Mr. Tupman jumped up⁠—“Oh, say those words again!” he exclaimed.

The lady started. “Surely you did not hear them!” she said bashfully.

“Oh, yes, I did!” replied Mr. Tupman; “repeat them. If you would have me recover, repeat them.”

“Hush!” said the lady. “My brother.” Mr. Tracy Tupman resumed his former position; and Mr. Wardle, accompanied by a surgeon, entered the room.